A Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) officer was injured in a fresh gunfight in Manipur's Taphou region, which also saw incidents of arson. House searches were subsequently conducted in the area following the violence.
India's Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has established a 'core group' of top officers, led by the Director General, to meet monthly and conduct detailed reviews of suicide incidents within the force.
A CRPF constable died by suicide in Manipur, an incident that occurred just one day after a CRPF assistant sub-inspector allegedly killed two colleagues and injured another before also dying by suicide.
The CRPF chief has encouraged personnel to carry out their duties without fear, assuring them that he will take responsibility, highlighting the force's nationwide presence and adaptability.
Indian Prime Minister Modi and Amit Shah have lauded the CRPF for its efforts in eradicating Naxalism, with this praise coming amidst controversy over the use of pellet guns on protesters.
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India's Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan resigned following days of widespread student protests, leading to the cessation of demonstrations. Government officials, including Amit Shah, commented on the resignation, with some calling it a 'master stroke' and others emphasizing the importance of youth and students.
A joint team of the army, police, and CRPF has cordoned off an orchard area in Jammu and Kashmir, plugging escape routes after cameras detected two terrorists, and has cleared four of seven villages.
A Deputy Inspector General of the CRPF has been suspended for circulating messages against the proposed CAPF General Administration Act, 2006, with the union alleging that the officer is being unfairly targeted.
The CRPF Director General GP Singh has reportedly told personnel not to hesitate to open fire if necessary during operations in Manipur, in a speech that has since gone viral.
Hamza Burhan, identified as a mastermind behind the February 2019 Pulwama attack that killed 40 CRPF personnel, was reportedly seen with an AK-47 in a video just days before his death. The attack involved a grenade assault on a convoy.
Delhi Assembly Speaker Vijender Gupta has been granted Z security following a security breach and bomb threats at the Assembly complex. Security measures have been significantly tightened, including stricter entry checks, reinforced barriers, and the deployment of a CRPF Quick Response Team.
Two people have died from bullet injuries and at least 31 were injured as CRPF personnel controlled a mob protesting the killing of a boy and his infant sister in Manipur, India.
An opinion piece reflects on the 2010 Naxal attack where 75 CRPF jawans were killed, recounting the author's experience arranging aircraft for their coffins.
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) personnel have commenced vehicle checks in Tiruchi, though further details on the reason or scope of these checks were not provided.
Armed personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) have conducted flag marches in Madurai, signaling a show of force or readiness in the region.
In Manipur's Senapati district, a Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) jawan was injured in a gunfight, and two houses were set ablaze by unknown armed individuals. The incident marks a continuation of violence in the region.
The 149th Battalion of the CRPF in India has been preparing and distributing hot, freshly cooked meals to flood-affected families in remote and difficult-to-reach areas of Assam. These central forces are also involved in saving lives as floods have blocked access to essential services.
A CRPF jawan in Assam shot and killed two of his colleagues with his service rifle before taking his own life. Police have launched an investigation into the motive behind the incident.
Twelve companies of the Rapid Action Force (RAF) and 16 companies of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) are set to be withdrawn from Delhi police duties.
One person was killed and five others, including two CRPF personnel, were injured during a gunfight between security forces and Naga volunteers in Bitiang, Manipur, during a search operation.
Protests are escalating worldwide, with demonstrations against mass tourism on Mallorca turning violent and Gen Z protesters in India influencing political debate. Meanwhile, Pakistan-administered Kashmir holds elections amidst protests, and Albanian police are accused of brutality during parliamentary gatherings.
The Indian government is airlifting additional CRPF companies to Delhi to bolster security as a month-long protest continues. Students and activists are leading the demonstrations, advocating for the resignation of the education minister.
The Delhi High Court upheld a decision to deny promotion to two CRPF inspectors due to tattoos on their right forearms, which is considered a saluting arm and violates force regulations.
Indian security forces, including CRPF and CISF personnel, have been deployed to guard NEET-UG re-test question papers throughout their journey following concerns over a previous leak.
The Commando Battalion for Resolute Action (CoBRA), the CRPF's specialized jungle warfare unit, is now facing a new challenge in Manipur after years of anti-Naxal operations across central India.
Elite CRPF CoBRA commandos are being deployed to Manipur to address escalating ethnic unrest, which now involves the Naga community and has led to recent violence, arson, and abductions.
The Allahabad High Court has quashed an order that allowed a father to give his children's custody to "any person." The court also made separate rulings on non-payment of salary as exploitation and granted a divorce based on cruelty.
The Jharkhand High Court has quashed a 25-year-old remark made against a retired CRPF (Central Reserve Police Force) commandant, citing "liability to force."
Indian Defense Minister Rajnath Singh called Mamata Banerjee's remark about "200 cars of CRPF men" unfortunate, stating that paramilitary forces are deployed in every election to ensure proper voting and maintain law and order.
Hastsal Colony in Delhi celebrated Hanuman Jayanti with a massive police, CRPF, and RAF presence, nearly a month after a man was killed in the area during Holi festivities.
Two days after a fatal Holi dispute in Delhi's Uttam Nagar, a car and bike, allegedly belonging to an accused's relative, were torched, escalating tensions. Heavy security is now in place as police investigate the vehicle burning and have arrested eight individuals in connection with the killing.
In response to the Pahalgam terror attack, the CRPF has set up 43 temporary operating bases in Jammu and Kashmir, all located at altitudes of 6,000 feet and above.
The Meghalaya high court took suo motu cognizance of violence during a Khasi Students’ Union rally in Shillong, hours after the Centre approved the deployment of CRPF and Rapid Action Force companies.
The Director General of the CRPF has issued a message to his staff, encouraging them to continue their duties fearlessly and assuring them that he will take responsibility for actions carried out in the discharge of their duties. This message comes amid a controversy surrounding the use of pellet guns.
A CRPF analysis concluded that police actions during the NEET protests adhered to standard operating procedures, and the use of non-lethal measures like pellet guns for crowd dispersal was authorized after lower measures failed.
The CRPF will conduct a professional post-event assessment of the Rapid Action Force's actions during recent student protests, following concerns raised by opposition MPs over alleged police brutality.
During a CJP protest, three individuals received treatment for pellet injuries, prompting the CRPF to investigate the sequence of events and the involvement of the Rapid Action Force.
The specialised CRPF CoBRA units were trained in gender sensitisation and crowd management before their first deployment outside anti-Naxal operations.
Two suspected terrorists were captured on CCTV in Jammu, prompting a coordinated cordon and search operation by the Special Operations Group, CRPF, and the Army.
The Indian Centre has extended CRPF security cover to six rebel Shiv Sena Members of Parliament, supplementing the Y-plus category security already provided by Maharashtra Police.
Armed personnel from the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will be responsible for transporting NEET-UG re-examination question papers. State police forces will assist at each center during the transport from airports to banks and then to exam centers.
An Indian court has ruled that the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) must pay ex gratia compensation to the wife of a constable who died after his shift, stating that duty does not end with office hours.
The Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh High Court has rejected a plea from a CRPF officer concerning delayed seniority, emphasizing the need for vigilance to avoid losing rights.
The state of Punjab has reportedly withdrawn its protection for Harbhajan, prompting the central government to deploy the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF).
The death toll has risen to three in Tuesday's CRPF firing in Manipur, following the death of an injured protester in an Imphal hospital. The violence erupted after a rocket attack killed two Meitei children in Bishnupur.
Violence escalated in Manipur, India, with two protesters reportedly killed in CRPF firing. This incident occurred hours after the killing of two children, further heightening tensions in the region.
The Calcutta High Court has ordered the reinstatement of a CRPF man who was fired over a 'second marriage,' ruling that without the 'saptapadi' ritual, the marriage was not legally valid, thus precluding bigamy.
The Indian government has informed the Rajya Sabha that over 93,000 posts remain vacant in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Assam Rifles, with CISF and CRPF having the highest numbers.
A large number of police and paramilitary CRPF personnel were deployed across the city in the early hours to prevent gatherings of protestors, the officials said.